Powers and duties of Insurance Commissioner

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It shall be the power and duty of the Insurance Commissioner to:

  1. (1)

    1. (A) Establish in the State Insurance Department a program of insurance to cover motor vehicles owned by public school districts, education service cooperatives, and open-enrollment public charter schools.

    2. (B) The program shall be in accordance with recognized and established insurance practices;

  2. (2) Establish and, from time to time, modify the premium rates to be charged for various risks;

  3. (3) Specify the form for insurance policies and other forms required for the purposes of this subchapter;

  4. (4) Employ or contract for necessary officials, adjusters, appraisers, attorneys, and other personnel required in the administration of this subchapter;

  5. (5) Engage in a loss control program to assist the public schools in improving and minimizing potential loss of life and property; and

  6. (6) Perform all additional powers and duties necessary to maintain sound insurance underwriting practices recognized by good risk management.


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